Although I have always got things organised in my home, I must confess there was a time in my life when I owned more than what I own today. But becoming a mother and 2 years later deciding to leave the corporate world so I could work from home while taking care of my son drove me to make space in my home for all the baby paraphernalia and for a home office. Even though the decision to purge came out of my desire to keep things organised in our home, I quickly realised that owning less also made my life easier.
How To Conquer The Post-Christmas Clutter
I personally enjoy resetting my home back to “normal” after Christmas, as much as I enjoy putting the decorations up before, as it symbolises the beginning of a new year for which I want to make space for. But I know many people find it difficult for various reasons to deal with the post-Christmas clutter. So here are a few tips to help you deal with the decorations, the gifts, the wrapping paper and the greeting cards that might be getting in your way.
The Time-Saving Habits of a Professional Organiser
Stop the cycle of overwhelm. A professional organiser shares time-saving habits to help you move through your day with more ease.
6 Study Habits To Help Your Teen Achieve His/Her Full Academic Potential
As a mum to a soon 17-year old, I know how the move into Middle School, with subject-taught classes and long-term projects, can test a child’s organisation and time management skills. Add to it the extensive use of technology in the form of personal laptops given for schoolwork and social media and the instant connection to friends. And, in more cases than ever, the pressure that children get to succeed academically, resulting in schedules packed with extra-curricular activities, tuition and enrichment classes, and as result less time for homework and personal study.
No wonder that it can be extremely challenging for our teens to stay focused and get their homework done efficiently. Here are 6 study habits your child should consider embracing to achieve his/her full academic potential.
Why And How You Should Start Saying No
Do you often say yes because you feel bad saying no, and end up feeling miserable for having said yes? While it’s certainly not easy to say no, I’ve learnt over the years that it’s necessary. And the good news is, the more you say it, the easier it becomes.
Working From Home Alongside Your Spouse And Children Without Losing Your Productivity And Sanity
There’s no doubt that to contain the spread of COVID-19, the best solution is to limit physical interactions, and as a result, many people have been asked to work from home. But as much as we love our spouse and children, getting some work done while spending 24/7 with them can be challenging.
As a professional organiser and time management coach who help people bring efficiency into their life, but also as someone who has been working from home for the last 15 years, I can tell you that, whether you like it or not, you’re going to need some structure and discipline if you want to come out of this with your sanity intact.
Planning Christmas Away From Your Loved Ones
Are you spending Christmas away from family, relatives and friends this year? Maybe the thought of being apart at that time of the year is making you sad. But maybe, on the contrary, you’re relieved of not going back home because you find successive family reunions over the holiday season to be a bit overwhelming (hum I can relate to that too!). Yet you can’t help feeling guilty for being away. Whatever your situation, here are 3 things you should think of when planning this special Christmas so both you and your loved ones can better cope with the separation.
8 Common Mistakes That Make You Waste Time – And How To Avoid Them
Are your days made up of a succession of children’s activities, household duties and whatever other people throw at you throughout the day? Does it seem there just aren’t enough hours in your day to get things done? Are you often late? Do you often feel in a rush and drained of your energy? Here are 8 common mistakes that make us waste time and that you may be making too if you’re experiencing those symptoms.
